This article provides general IRB guidance for investigators planning to include mobile apps, mobile devices, and other mobile technologies in human health research. It is not intended to address all aspects of an IRB review, only those related to mobile technologies.
The DepressionCenter/mobile-tech-illustrations code repository is an open source collection of diagrams and 3D models showcasing mobile technologies devices used in research, such as wearables, nearables, intermittent wearables, and smartphone sensors. Initially created for the MeTRIC Symposium, it features interactive human body models with wearable placements, network node diagrams showing compatibility between different glucose and insulin devices, and more.
MTC focuses on consumer-grade, over-the-counter wearable and nearable devices with potential clinical applications. We concentrate on study management platforms from vetted vendors, although we can refer researchers to other resources when necessary.